32 Natural Home Remedies to Improve Appetite (Anemia, Anorexia, Weight Gain) - Part 2

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8. Tomatoes

Tomatoes contain natural acidity that causes one’s digestive tract to produce more gastric enzymes, which consecutively boosts one’s appetite. Hence, in order to overcome anorexia, one has to consume raw tomatoes.

9. Coriander Seeds

Even those who has no appetite at all and are completely anorexic, this remedy would definitely help them regain cravings for food. 

      1.        Add some coriander seeds in warm water. Let it steep for at least 30 minutes. Strain this mixture and drink it before eating.

10. Coriander with fennel, cinnamon

Take one teaspoon of coriander seeds, one teaspoon of fennel seeds, half teaspoon of cinnamon powder and half teaspoon of cardamom powder and soak them all overnight in glass of water. Next morning, blend them all and strain the water. Add 1 tablespoon of honey to this water and consume it on an empty stomach within 30 minutes when you wake up to increases your appetite.

11. Coriander oil with black pepper oil

Take six drops of coriander oil, four drops of black pepper oil, one drop of peppermint oil, three drops of ginger oil and eight drops of chary sage oil. Mix all these in an air tight container. Shake them well turning the container upside down repeatedly for few minutes. You can mix by turning the container sandwiched between your palms. You can smell this mixture whenever you do not want to eat anything.

12. Black Pepper

Soups generally enhance one’s appetite. Vegetable soup, with a bit of black pepper and rock salt, works as an excellent appetizer. Those who eat non vegetarian food, chicken soup would be favorable.

13. Black peppers with honey

1.        Grind cup of black peppers in mixer grinder to make fine powder of it.

2.        Take half teaspoon of this powder and add 1 teaspoon of honey to it, mix it well.

3.        Consume this mixture every morning on n empty stomach and 30 minutes before your dinner.

14. Black pepper, jaggery, ginger

      1.        Boil half teaspoon of black pepper powder, one tablespoon of jaggery or Rock candy (rock sugar), 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger paste or juice in glass of milk for 8-10 minutes on slow flame. Consume this mixture every day to increase your appetite.

      2.        Prepare healthy salad using tomatoes, beets, cucumbers, cabbage, capsicums and carrots etc. Sprinkle half teaspoon of black pepper powder, pinch of rock salt and 1tblespoon of honey on it. Have it once or twice a day to improve your hunger. 

15. Apples

Apples are also great appetizers. Besides giving iron to one’s body, they also have the capability of stimulating appetite. It boosts the discharge of one of the most vital enzymes in the stomach known as pepsin, which aids digestion of food.

1.        Take one big apple and cut it in small pieces

2.        Add these pieces in glass of warm milk.

3.        Also add 1 tablespoon of honey & half teaspoon of black pepper powder to it.

4.        Mix all these ingredients well together.

5.        Consume this every day, once or twice for fast result.

6.        Or eat apple and follow it up with a glass of warm milk, add 1 tablespoon of honey in this milk.

16. Sour Grapes

You should consume sour grape juice for two reasons – 

1) to improve appetite 

2) improve digestive heath. 

You should take this juice continuously on a daily basis for a minimum of three weeks in order to get successful outcome. This can be consumed directly or in the following manner –

After extracting the juice from sour grapes, mix them with some flour and make it into dough for bread. Bake this bread and eat it for at least 15 days in order to get over the eating disorder. Doing this improves digestion and tends the digestive system.

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Is Honey good or bad for Diabetes, Pregnancy, Children?

How much honey should you consume every day?

Children

For children who are lesser than one year old, it is recommended that they should not be given honey unless it has been certified that it is free of spores. 

It is better not to give honey to children under one year since they will be sensitive to specific microorganisms which might be present in honey. In certain rare cases, these organisms might cause serious problems to which adults would be immune to.

For children between the age of one and three, we can give two to four small spoons of honey a day. For children between three and six years, we can give four to six small spoons per day.

Children over 6 years should consume up to 5 small teaspoons of honey per day and teenagers must consume up to 8-10 teaspoons of honey per day (approximately to 50-70g)


Adults

Honey has the similar characteristics to that of sugar – such as the sweetness and chemical structure. Hence, the suggested serving quantity of honey is the same as that of normal sugar. One serving equals one tablespoon - it is not advised to take more than 10 tablespoon per day. This recommendation takes into account even added sugars - including what is present in packaged foods.



Honey is prescribed as a curative and a prophylactic method - if it is consumed at the following quantity – per day dose of 80 grams which could be increased up to 120 grams. 

Note - Darker honeys such as Dandelion honey, Buckwheat honey, red gum, rewarewa is better than the lighter honey.

Can a Diabetic Eat Honey?

It has been scientifically proven that pure honey is a better choice for diabetic patients than regular sugar or other sweeteners. Honey has a lower Glycaemic Index than sugar, which means that honey does not increase the sugar levels in blood as fast as normal sugar. Honey also involves lower levels of insulin when compared to common white sugar. 

Nevertheless, the most important concern is the total carbohydrates in one’s diet and not the quantity of sugar. A tablespoon of honey has roughly 17 grams of carbohydrates. Honey is sweeter than normal sugar and also has higher calories. Hence, one can add lesser amount of honey in order to get the same sweetness. 

Caution: One should use pure and unadulterated honey.

Honey in Pregnancy

Ingesting honey with garlic towards the end of pregnancy is a good way to avert group B strep and to increase one’s immunity. Honey used for this purpose should be local and raw; if the honey contains propolis it is much better.

Pregnant women can consume honey safely. An adult’s intestine is more acidic than that of a baby's. An adult intestine contains certain useful bacteria that prevent the spores from emerging into botulism-causing bacteria. Any adult (even pregnant women) are commonly exposed to botulism spores without getting sick. Any botulism spores that honey could contain will be killed in a pregnant woman's intestines. Hence these spores will not reach the bloodstream nor will they be passed on to the unborn baby.

Caution: It is advisable that pregnant woman do not consume unpasteurized honey in order to reduce the risk of getting exposed to the botulism spores.

Risk in consuming too much Honey

If one consumes more than 10 tablespoons, it could lead to gastric problems such as bloating, stomach cramps and even diarrhea. Due to honey's fructose content, too much of it could interfere with the ability of one’s small intestine to absorb nutrients. This could lead to abdominal discomfort until the honey is eliminated from the system.

28 Natural Home Remedies for High Cholesterol - Part 1

The usual indicators of high levels of cholesterol in blood include common fatigue, over sweating and a feel of discomfort, pain and heaviness in the chest and breathlessness. Smoking and consuming alcohol in excess, consumption of high fat foods, obesity and inheritance factors are some of the usual causes for high levels of cholesterol. Nevertheless, high cholesterol levels can be restricted using specific home remedies.

Here are few points on treating high cholesterol levels at home – naturally:

1. Coriander Seeds

Coriander has the capability to lower LDL (bad cholesterol) levels and triglycerides. These coriander seeds even have hypoglycemic properties and can have positive impact on diabetes management.

1.      Add 2 tablespoons of coriander seeds or coriander seed powder in a glass of water.

2.      Boil this mixture, allow it to cool. Strain this water and drink it three times a day.

3.      You can also add 1 tablespoon of honey instead of sugar and half teaspoon of cardamom powder to it. 

How to prepare Homemade coriander seed powder - Take cup of dry coriander seeds and roast them on pan for 6-7 minutes on low flame. Then grind the seeds in mixer grinder to make fine powder. Store in container and keep away from direct heat.

2. Fenugreek

Eating sprouts & fenugreek seeds aids in lowering high levels of cholesterol. Consume 1 tablespoon of fenugreek seed powder or crushed seeds with half glass of warm water daily.

3. Sweet neem

When one chews sweet neem, it lowers the high cholesterol levels. You can chew 2-3 sweet neem leaves with warm water twice a day.

4. Cinnamon

Cinnamons have the capability to significantly diminish the LDL & triglycerides, thereby balancing one’s total cholesterol levels. Half a teaspoon of cinnamon included in regular foods or added to water, has a great effect on one’s body. Cinnamon also reduces blood sugar levels and is good for type 2 diabetes.

5. Oatmeal

Oatmeal has the ability to control blood sugar levels and slows down the assimilation of cholesterol. It also decreases the total cholesterol levels, triglycerides & total lipids. It also increases the amount of HDL (good cholesterol) levels significantly.

1.      A bowl (or approx. one and a half cups) of cooked oatmeal is said to contain six grams of fiber. If fruits are added to it, fiber content would reach 10 grams. Consuming cereals that contain oatmeal/ oat bran with fruits like strawberries, bananas and apples would also be good.

6. Fish & Fish oil

Fishes & fish oils are tremendous sources of omega 3 fatty acids – good, unsaturated fat especially found in cold water fishes such as salmons, trout & tunas. These unsaturated fats aids reduction of triglycerides and total cholesterol levels in one’s blood thereby diminishes the risk of clotting (blood). It also makes the blood thin and hence plays an important role in preventing cardiovascular diseases.

      1.      You can consume around one - four grams of fish oil a day. In case you are a vegetarian or a vegan, the alternative would be to take flaxseeds (ground) as they are also rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids.

2.      Fishes that contain rich amount of omega 3 such as salmons, mackerels, tunas, albacore, rainbow trout, sardines and others must be eaten at least two times in a week.

7. Seeds Oil

Seeds & nuts such as chestnuts & walnuts contain lot of antioxidants, which are in charge of defending against aging of cells and prevention of heart diseases and even cancers. Oils of such seeds contain arginine which acts as an essential vasodilator - which aids in reducing cardiovascular risks.

8. Garlic

Garlic by nature is a great source that aids in reducing the cholesterol levels. It also has the capability to lower clotting of blood inside the body thereby being heart friendly. Garlic prevents nnanoplaque (a plaque that clogs one’s arteries) by preventing cholesterol particles getting stuck to the walls of the arteries.

1.      Take three cloves of garlic. Crush them well and boil it in a glass of milk.

2.      Allow the mixture to cool and drink this.

3.      This should be repeated once a day for some weeks in order to reduce the bad cholesterol levels to reduce cardiac pains.

12. Whole grains

Whole grains are very good for healthy hearts. Hence, it is better to choose whole-grain flours, breads, rice and pasta. Brown rice contains oil that aids in lowering cholesterol (more than its fiber content). It also is rich in magnesium and vitamins B.

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9. Extra virgin olive oil

Olive oil (extra virgin) is filled with antioxidants which are responsible for reducing LDL. They do not alter the levels of HDL. To obtain a healthy heart, it is recommended to take two tablespoons of this oil every day. Olive oil is a good substitute for cooking, salad dressing or in other places where we generally use fats.

Note: Do not use light olive oil! It does not meant it has low-calorie but that it has undergone much more processing for the color to be lightened.

10. Nuts

Nuts are great source of foods that are responsible for reducing cholesterol levels in the blood - especially walnuts, which are rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids. Polyunsaturated fatty acids aid the elasticity of blood vessels & normal health.

The other predominant nuts that are good include almonds, hazelnuts, pistachios, pecans and peanuts (even though peanuts are not nuts in reality, but are pulses). Thus said, one should not over-eat nuts as they have high calories.

1.      It is good to consume nuts instead of having foods that are high in saturated fats. Example, as an alternative to grated cheese, eggs, or croutons in salads, you can add a fistful of walnuts or almonds (crushed).

11. Onions

Red onions are of great use in treating high cholesterol. Certain scientists have discovered that red onions aid in the reduction of bad cholesterol and promote good cholesterol levels in one’s body. In turn, this reduces the risk of exposure to heart diseases.

1.      Extract 2 tablespoon juice from onion and add 1 tablespoon of honey to it. Consume this mixture once a day. Follow this for 2-3 weeks on regular basis.

2.      Take 3 tablespoon of thinly chopped or grated onion and pinch of black pepper to cup of buttermilk. Consume this mixture once a day or 4-5 times a week.

13. Tea

Tea, in both its hot or cold forms, is rich in antioxidants. Several studies have proven that tea relaxes the blood vessels and even prevent clots. Tea contains flavonoids which is helpful in preventing oxidation of LDL (bad cholesterol), which paves way to the formation of plaque on the walls of the arteries. Flavonoids are powerful antioxidants which reduce the level of cholesterol and also aid controlling the blood pressure.

14. Red Yeast Rice

Lovastatin is a primary ingredient in red yeast rice. This is the same ingredient that is present in statins. Statins are nothing but the drugs, that recommended by doctors to control cholesterol. They are effective in reducing both LDL as well as triglycerides in one’s blood. This indicates that the lovastatin present in red yeast rice has the same effect as statins.

1.      For high levels of cholesterol, it is prescribed to take 1200 to 2400 milligram of the supplement once (or twice) every day.

2.      It has been proven that eating two to three grams of red yeast rice every day (for 12 weeks) has helped to reduce the total cholesterol level by 16% and LDL levels by as much as 22%.

15. Virgin Coconut Oil

Virgin coconut oils contain medium-chain fatty acids, which reduces levels of bad cholesterol in one’s body as they are mostly made of lauric acid. 

Coconut oil in itself is around 50% lauric acid. Lauric acid aids lowering of bad cholesterol to a great extent and also defends against viruses & bacteria that cause innumerable illnesses and diseases. It increases levels of good cholesterol while lowering the bad cholesterol levels.

      1.      Add 3-4 tablespoons of virgin coconut oil in your fruit juice, Sprinkle it on fruit or vegetable salad. 

      2.      Add Virgin Coconut Oil into regular cooked foods or add it to fruit based smoothies.

      3.      You can also apply Virgin Coconut Oil on the skin for double effect as moisturizer.

16. Soy

Isoflavones are present in soya beans. These isoflavones act in the same way as hormones in human body – increasing HDL levels and reducing the LDL levels. Soya beans are also full of soluble fibre.

17. Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar contain considerable amount of pectin that aid in regulating blood pressure and lowering cholesterol.

1.      Mix one tablespoon of organic apple cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon of honey in a glass of water. Mix well and drink this mixture 2-3 times a day. Follow this for 3-4 weeks regularly. 

2.      You can also add organic apple cider vinegar to carrot juice, orange juice, grape juice, apple juice, and other vegetables juices too.

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18. Artichoke

The fibers present in artichoke are defiant to the action of enzymes. Hence, they have several advantages such as, reduced blood cholesterol levels and triglycerides, decreased risk of obesity and diabetes, reduced risk of being exposed to heart related issues. A 100 gram portion of artichoke contains just 50 calories. It aids breaking down of fats and in controlling cholesterol. Hence, it is strongly prescribed in order to prevent heart diseases.

19. Pomegranate juice

Juice of pomegranates is believed to diminish or at times even believed to prevent the buildup of cholesterol in one’s arteries. This building up of cholesterol causes the arteries to narrow down and even hardens them, paving way to heart diseases.

Pomegranate juice is also rich in antioxidants, particularly health boosting polyphenols, which have the ability to reduce LDL (bad cholesterol).

20. Orange

Oranges are not only excellent remedy for cold and flu. The antioxidants & flavonoids content in these fruits are responsible for decreasing LDL levels (bad cholesterol) in one’s body, as they limit the assimilation of cholesterol in the intestine.

21. Indian Gooseberry

Indian gooseberries (also called amla), are natural hypolipidemic agents. It means that they support the decrease in lipid concentrations in one’s serum. According to the International Journal of Medical Research & Health Sciences, oranges have anti-hyperlipidemic, hypolipidemic and anti-atherogenic properties.

1.      Take a teaspoon of amla powder (or dried up and powdered Indian gooseberries). Mix this in one glass of warm water.

2.      Consume this every morning - on an empty stomach.

22. Linseed

Linseeds are one of the foods that are rich in omega 3 fatty acids. Therefore, linseeds prevent cardiovascular diseases and blood clots to reduce the total cholesterol levels. They decrease the LDL (bad cholesterol) and boost HDL (good cholesterol) levels. Linseed’s bark is resistive to gastric juice action and bypasses the digestion in gastrointestinal tract.

23. Spinach

Spinach contains abundant lutein. This substance keeps the walls of the arteries free from cholesterol and protects from blockage. Lutein is also useful in old age people, with deteriorating eyesight.

24. Alfalfa

The leaves of alfalfa contain saponins. These substances block assimilation of cholesterol and avert the development of atherosclerotic plaques. Foods prepared with alfalfa sprouts as well as its leaves aids reduction of cholesterol levels in the blood. Saponins present in alfalfa attach themselves to cholesterol thereby preventing its absorption. Alfalfa is also said to have ability to ease atherosclerosis or plaque buildup within the walls of arteries.

      1.      Take a tablespoon of alfalfa leaves. Add it to a cup of boiling water and boil it for 15 minutes. You can drink as many cups as possible in a day.

2.      To improve the flavor, you can add lemongrass, honey or mint.

25. Pulses

Pulses are very good at lowering cholesterol levels - especially kidney beans, black/ butter beans, pinto, chickpeas & lentils – as they contain high soluble fiber. One cup per day would lower cholesterol levels significantly in a very short duration of time.

26. Apples

Apple pectin is a soluble fiber, which helps in drawing out cholesterol from one’s system. Apples also contain quercetin, a flavonoid, which is a great antioxidant that reduces the buildup of bad cholesterol in blood.

27. Curd

People who suffer from high levels of cholesterol should consume a small bowl of curd each day. Curd favors reduction of cholesterol levels in one’s body.

28. Avocado

Avocados have high content of monounsaturated fats. These fats increase the levels of HDL and reduce the LDL levels. Avocados are also loaded with beta-sitosterol (a plant-based fat), that is responsible for reducing the quantity of cholesterol one’s body absorbs from food. These two properties of avocado make it a great source for fighting against cholesterol. It can also be used as a substitute for butter and other fatty foods.

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